Many Americans, including some vegetarians, still consume substantial amounts of dairy productsâand government policies still promote themâdespite scientific evidence that questions their health benefits and indicates their potential health risks.
Definition of napalm for English Language Learners. : a thick substance that contains gasoline and that is used in bombs that cause a destructive fire over a wide area.
Napalm is jellied gasoline. Its name is an acronym of naphthenic and palmitic acids, which are used in its manufacture.While used in World War II and the Korean War, napalm became notorious in Vietnam where it was used in three capacities.Possibly its most visual use was being dropped from aircraft in large canisters which tumbled sluggishly to earth.apalm is jellied gasoline. Its name is an acronym of naphthenic and palmitic acids, which are used in its manufacture.